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Sharps Containers and Disposal

Sharps are generally defined as any Item that can prick, slice, or penetrate the skin or can puncture waste bags and cardboard boxes that could potentially spread infectious agents- specifically Hepatitis B (HBV), Hepatitis C (HCV), and Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV).

Generally, Sharps that have been used or are intended to be used for human or animal patient care in medical, research, or industrial laboratories, including:

Hypodermic needles

Pasteur pipettes

Syringes with and without needles

Scalpel blades

Lancets/“fingerstick” devices

Auto Injectors

Infusion sets

Exposed ends of dental wires

Root canal files

Connection needles/sets

Razor blades

Suture needles

Acupuncture needles

Blood vials

Culture dishes and slides

Trauma scene waste that can cut, slice or pierce

Broken glass from the laboratory including slides and slide covers and more

Medical Waste Pros offers sharps disposal services from reputable local providers. From supplying containers and mail-back systems for the safe disposal and transport of sharps to regularly scheduled pickups, our professional contractors will help ensure you’re compliant with all local, state, and federal laws.

Medical Waste Pros will connect you with a safe, reliable local Sharps disposal provider to help you purchase a Sharps Disposal Container or schedule pickup and disposal for Sharps items. They can recommend the best disposal system for your needs, from a mail-back system to regularly scheduled pickups. To get started, fill out the form to the right, or give us a call at (888) 755-6370. Within minutes, we’ll get you free, no obligation quotes within minutes!